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Felicita

Felicita

Suburban Neighborhood in Escondido, California

San Diego County 92029

$1,298,105 Average Value
$530 Average Price per Sq Ft
15 Homes For Sale

Quiet residential community with a central park just off Interstate 15

Centered around the expansive Felicita County Park and connected to wilderness trails that lead to Lake Hodges, Felicita is a peaceful neighborhood. “It’s a really nice place that’s actually still growing,” says Andrea Rodriguez, senior park ranger with Felicita County Park since 2018. “A new housing development was just built directly across the street from the park, so you can just walk right over.” Daily essentials and access points to the Escondido Freeway, also known as the 15, are at its edges, and the elementary school is within the neighborhood.

Elevated View of Felicita Neighborhood
Elevated View of Felicita Neighborhood
One of Many Streams Located in Felicita County Park
One of Many Streams Located in Felicita County Park
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Central Felicita County Park, nearby Lake Hodges

The community’s core recreational asset, Felicita County Park, is on the National Register of Historic Places for its legacy as the former site of one of San Diego County’s largest indigenous villages. Educational signs in the park pay homage to the land’s Kumeyaay ancestry. “It’s a nice 52-acre area with multiuse trails and the Escondido Creek that runs year-round, so you can hike by waterfalls,” Rodriguez says. “It’s often reserved for birthday parties, community celebrations or fire safety council events. The pickleball courts are always full — it’s a high-use amenity. And we’re right off the freeway, so people come from all over.” The park also offers a playground, multiple sports fields, and a disc golf course. Residents are also just a 3-mile, hour-long hike away from the wide northern bend of the Lake Hodges reservoir. Bernardo Mountain Peak provides a panoramic lookout, and the longer hike to Fletcher Point has plenty of challenging inclines — but the views across Lake Hodges make the trek worthwhile.

Enjoy the views at Vintana Wine + Dine, shop Escondido’s largest mall

Though the residential areas of Felicita may seem secluded from the rest of Escondido, residents are only minutes away from many of the area’s shops and restaurants. On the northern end of the neighborhood, Vintana Wine + Dine is a favorite for sophisticated steak dinners with a penthouse view of scenic rolling mountains. At the southern edge, Plaza Del Lago Center is home to Chito’s Taco Shop and the casual Rock On Pizza, featuring build-your-own thin-crust “East Coast style” pies. The 83-acre North County Mall is less than a mile from southern Felicita. This indoor retail resource of more than 100 stores also includes several quick-casual restaurants. Groceries are convenient at Trader Joe’s in Felicita Town Center, right across the 15, just a 4-mile drive from the neighborhood’s center. For locally grown produce and gluten-free goods, the charming Farm Stand West, owned and operated by fourth-generation farmers, is also just across the 15.

Vintana Wine & Dine Restaurant Interior at Twilight Full of Guests
Vintana Wine & Dine Restaurant Interior at Twilight Full of Guests
Felicita resident are next door to the popular fashion hub North County Mall.
Felicita resident are next door to the popular fashion hub North County Mall.
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Mostly upscale homes from $1 million to $2 million

Smaller residential options are few, ranging from a subdivision of manufactured homes built in 2024 starting at $300,00 to a compact pocket of condos built in the late 1980s for $560,000. Most of the neighborhood’s curvy streetscapes are lined with elegant single-family homes. Pricing ranges from $950,000 for a fully renovated 1980s ranch style to just over $2 million for contemporary Spanish-style estates. Upscale and spacious homes are often on sizable lots, some up to an acre, and the neighborhood has a clean and cared-for feel. Sunny lawns are landscaped with well-placed trees, and pools and patios offer entertaining space.

You can find larger Spanish style homes in and around Felicita.
You can find larger Spanish style homes in and around Felicita.
There are lots of larger newer homes popping up around Felicita.
There are lots of larger newer homes popping up around Felicita.
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Highly rated San Pasqual High

Public school kids start at Bernardo Elementary, given an A-minus on Niche, and move on to Bear Valley Middle, which earns a B. San Pasqual High gets an A-minus and fields a standout soccer program that landed state championships in 2022 and 2023.

The monument of San Pasqual High School in Kit Carson.
The monument of San Pasqual High School in Kit Carson.
The south facing aerial showing the entire campus of San Pasqual High School Escondido.
The south facing aerial showing the entire campus of San Pasqual High School Escondido.
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Right off Interstate 15

Bordered on the east by the 15, Felicita is a convenient place from which to easily make the 3-mile trip into Downtown Escondido or commute 30 miles south to San Diego. Residents primarily drive, as bus stops aren’t found within the neighborhood. The McClellan-Palomar Airport is a 14-mile, 30-minute drive west.

There are two easy freeways near Felicita, Highway 15 and 78.
There are two easy freeways near Felicita, Highway 15 and 78.
Freeway access is close by to get downtown on the 15 in Felicita.
Freeway access is close by to get downtown on the 15 in Felicita.
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Renaissance Faire and movies in Felicita County Park

Every year, Felicita County Park hosts the Escondido Renaissance Faire, where guests enjoy meat pies, mead and merriment. The park’s lawn also fills with picnic blankets and chairs for Summer Movies in the Park.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Diego International

39 min drive

Bus

Citracado Pkwy & Scenic Trail Way

Bus

Valley Pkwy & 9th Av

Bus

Valley Pkwy & Vermel Av

Bus

Del Lago Transit Station

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Felicita US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,348,000
Median Single Family Price
$1,387,075
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$470,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$530
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Last 12 months Home Sales
101
Months of Supply
1.80
Median List Price
$1,424,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,290
Median Year Built
1989
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,533
Above the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,897
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,132
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
23,958

Open Houses

  • Saturday, May 3
    1 - 4pm

    1272 Simeon Place, Escondido, CA 92029

    $1,338,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 3,484 Sq Ft
    • 1272 Simeon Place
    • New 3 days ago

    Welcome to Carriage Hills in Southwest Escondido, a stunning neighborhood of executive homes on large lots. This 3,484 SF two story home features 4 oversized bedrooms and 3 baths, a 4 car attached garage on .48 acre flat useable lot in a cul-de-sac. Once inside the grand entry with high ceilings bring in lots of natural lighting. The large living room/dining room and great room plus built in bar

    Sandra Zambito LPT Realty

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  • Saturday, May 3
    11am - 3pm

    1549 Ventana Dr, Escondido, CA 92029

    $1,725,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 2,866 Sq Ft
    • 1549 Ventana Dr
    • New 4 days ago

    Welcome to Your Dream Home in Rancho Verde! Discover this expansive single-story residence featuring 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and a separate casita—perfect for guests, in-laws, or a private office. The main home offers 3 spacious bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a convenient half bath, while the detached casita includes 1 bedroom and 1 full bath, offering ultimate flexibility and privacy.

    Melissa Gutierrez Compass

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    12 - 3pm

    1648 Calle Catalina, Escondido, CA 92029

    $2,399,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 4,181 Sq Ft
    • 1648 Calle Catalina
    • New 28 days ago

    Move in ready. Located in highly desirable southwest Escondido, sits the second of a rare brand new single level home set on eastern high valley view sites. Lot 2 home release featuring over 4180 sq feet 5 bedrooms, 4bathrooms plus guest powder room, desirable open floor plan on large panoramic view lots. Well appointed gourmet kitchen with Dacor appliances, built-in refrigerator, collapsing

    Mark Marquez Compass

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
8,935
Median Age
43
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.7%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$115,028
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$151,994

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.7%
College Graduates
47.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

24 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

25 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

6 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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